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Mardi Gras Token - Pete Fountain's Half/Fast Walking Club New Orleans, Louisiana
| Location | United States |
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| Year | 1968 |
| Type | Event token |
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| Obverse description | Two costumed figures in relief occupy the central field, with a smaller figure holding an instrument in the lower center. The circular legend reads 'SALUTING ITALIC AMERICANS' around the upper periphery, with 'HAS MARDI GRAS' inscribed across the field and the date '1968' at the base. |
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| Reverse description | Portrait bust of Pete Fountain facing left in high relief, with a clarinet depicted vertically to the left of the portrait. The circular legend around the periphery reads 'PETE FOUNTAIN'S HALF/FAST WALKING CLUB' above and 'NEW ORLEANS, LA.' below. |
| Reverse script | Latin |
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